Open-source alternatives to Redis

Developer & Infra · 3 free & open-source options

Looking to replace Redis with something free and open-source? These 3 tools are the best open alternatives in 2026 — most are self-hostable, so you keep full control of your data and pay no subscription.

Valkey ›BSD-3-Clause
The Linux Foundation fork of Redis, fully open license.
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KeyDB ›BSD-3-Clause
Multithreaded Redis-compatible store with higher throughput.
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Dragonfly ›BSL-1.1
Modern Redis-compatible engine built for vertical scale.
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FAQ

What is the best open-source alternative to Redis?

The top open-source alternative is Valkey — The Linux Foundation fork of Redis, fully open license. The full ranked list is above.

Are these Redis alternatives free?

Yes. Every tool listed is open-source and free to use; most can be self-hosted so you keep full control of your data.

Can I self-host an alternative to Redis?

Most of these tools are designed to run on your own server or machine, giving you privacy and no subscription fees.

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